Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 10, 2011 23:27:29 GMT -5
After taking his seat across from Haruka, he spoke towards Senshi. Senshi-san, This is Utaku Haruka, a very distant cousin of mine. He looked at her and smiled at the idea of it. Utaku, Haruka, allow me to introduce you to the second most powerful collection of men in Rokugan, aside from where ever the Emperor resides currently. This Bayushi Senshi and Hida Setsuro. He took a cup of tea and took a sip, allowing the introductory statements to flow.
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Post by Hida Setsuro on Feb 10, 2011 23:30:15 GMT -5
Setsuro eyed the young Battle Maiden. She could not have been very old, definitely not a seasoned veteran like the three champions present, but she still had quite a bit of enthusiasm and promise. When she returned, he nodded to her and then bowed slightly. More than she deserved, to be sure, but it was a sign of honor and respect for the winner of the hunt. If nothing else, she had proved herself worthy of dining with them for lunch.
"Utaku Haruka, congratulations on your victory. It must have been an interesting morning for you. We three champions are honored to have the victor amongst us. Some of us more than others." Setsuro smirked a bit as he looked from Senshi to Tomatsu. The two of them were an interesting pair, the latter of the two being a shameless flirt.
"But come, eat with us. There is strong sake and much food. Be at ease with us: there is no reason to be so stiff. This is a celebration, after all." Setsuro gestured for a seat that was empty, not reserved for any other the champions.
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Post by Hida Baramo on Feb 10, 2011 23:36:39 GMT -5
After accepting a few more gifts he glances over as a servant walks in the room, then stands. The Hunting challenge is complete as the time allotted has expired. We will enjoy a gentle lunch at which Bayushi Senshi-sama. A slight inflection in tone at the last part of that name. will announce the victor. After lunch we will move out to the grounds where we shall enjoy a wrestling competition if you wish to participate approach me and I will create a roster, that will include your name, if I am not notified and I begin the competition you will have to appeal to the judge to let you in. (Noonish tomorrow)
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Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 10, 2011 23:55:29 GMT -5
Haruka did sit where Setsuro had gestured to do so, but he seemed hardened to her and she was worried that she'd somehow offended him. But she took in the sake and food without question, relaxing around them as she looked over the two other champions.
All unique strong men sitting around drinking, they nearly seemed out of place with such a young lady next to them as she sat nearly pure as a girl with no hardiness or scarring as they did. She felt humbled in their presence as she just traded glances for the time being as she noted the clothing they wore and what they said.
But it was very apparent that the Scorpion champion seemed to be taking a fair bit of sake in, even for a man of his stature. She merely smiled and nodded as she seemed to find a shyness in her nature she didn't know she had. Never had she been in the presence of so much authority in one little sitting area.
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Feb 11, 2011 0:23:06 GMT -5
Senshi recovered from his momentary loss of words, never letting his pause show to any who were unfamiliar with him. He knew Tomatsu would recognize Senshi's hesitation, no matter how well hidden by mask or sake cup. Senshi continued to drink, letting that be his excuse.
A cousin? Senshi decided to log that information for later. It seemed Tomatsu had just happened upon by chance the very key the two had been discussing in correspondence for several years.
"My apologies for not greeting you properly, Haruka-san, I was momentarily struck by your beauty," he nodded to her. "It draws a striking contrast to the lethality that was represented on the hunting grounds, you continue to find ways to impress me."
He took another sip, deciding that it should be his last, and put his cup down. He gave a knowing look to Tomatsu, "You never mentioned a cousin before. I know of your mother, but it never crossed my mind that you may have family in the Battle Maidens. Haruka san, you should know that Tomatsu takes great pride in his family. You have earned a very powerful friend and confidant."
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Post by Soshi Kiso on Feb 11, 2011 4:16:20 GMT -5
Kiso noticed once again that Hida Baramo seemed to have little respect for his Champion, and wondered what falsities of stories this bushi believed about his clan. As being most recently appointed Ambassador to the Crab Clan, in addition to being Daimyo of his family, he decided to try engaging himself with Baramo. While in the short time he was in his presence he had not cared for the man, he figured if he could perhaps alleviate any concerns he seemed to have with Hida Setsuro-sama befriending the Lord of Secrets.
He made his way through the room to where Hida Baramo sat apparently thoroughly enjoying the camaraderie of his fellows. "Baramo-san, I would like to thank you personally, on behalf of my Daimyo and myself, for the honor of enjoying the festivities you have so carefully planned." He took a slight pause ensuring Baramo's eyes gazed upon his face. "Would you do me the honor of sharing sake with me?"
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Post by Hida Baramo on Feb 11, 2011 7:05:47 GMT -5
He looks mildly surprised by this response. I'd love to, unfortunately duty wont permit at the moment. Find me tonight and I'll share a cup or a bottle with you, your pick. However if you want. He reaches into a side pouch and pulls out a long pipe. Smoke?
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Post by Soshi Kiso on Feb 11, 2011 7:25:11 GMT -5
While Kiso had never had a strong desire for the pipe, having been disgusted by numerous opium addicts in the alleys of Ryoko Owari. But from the odor emitting from the pouch, he could tell it was merely tobacco, although he could not tell the quality. He promptly sat down on a pillow near Baramo and steeled himself for the experience. He had gotten used to the Crab testing the manliness of those outside the clan while on the wall, and had embarrassed himself with a coughing fit the first few times the pipe had been offered him. But that was some time ago, and although he carried his own sake cup, he had not taken it upon himself to get a personal pipe.
I would be honored to share your pipe with you, Baramo-san.
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 11, 2011 7:28:26 GMT -5
She was immediately quite struck by his words as she brandished a small fan to keep herself from getting too Rosy. She wasn't exactly one for drinking much and she got slightly caught up in what she'd already had, but the champions words just made her flush with a bit of excitement.
"Certainly Senshi-sama, I look forward to a stronger bond with the Unicorn and Lion clan and I will do everything I can to ensure it for now.
And my deepest thanks to you Senshi-sama..."
She paused and took another drink. Admittedly she didn't let her hair down unless she was in court but for a man to talk to her so openly was both refreshing, and a bit startling. But she smiled and chuckled wondering what exactly a Scorpion champion might be thinking, granted even at such a lovely little event like a party.
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Post by Hida Baramo on Feb 11, 2011 7:31:36 GMT -5
He sets about the simple task about packing the pipe, it smells a little sweet. He gives his companion a slightly appraising look. He looks about the hall and seems to have completed a conversation with his eyes the servant scurries out of the hall. Sorry I could not share a cup with you at the moment, I must attend to this hall until after mid-day meal. So have you had your rice today? He takes the lit sliver from the returning attendant and cooks it while offering the pipe to Kiso. When your ready
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Feb 11, 2011 8:06:03 GMT -5
Senshi shifted slightly so that he could face the woman sitting next to him, his troublesome robe shifting a little too far as he turned left. He quickly covered his wounded left arm. "We're dying to know some more about you. We champions have the disadvantage of everyone knowing us by our reputation. But you are still young and a relative unknown. Come, tell us about your family and your deeds."
Breaking his oath, Senshi reached back down again and took another sip of his sake as he waited, so as to cover a budding grin. He swore it would be his last sip.
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 11, 2011 8:45:36 GMT -5
Haruka blinked with some surprise, though it would make sense that everyone would know of them, but few would know of her. But her eye strayed to his failing wardrobe.
"I'm sure a decent tailor could mend that in your favor Senshi-sama. I would if I had any true skill but I only know how to mend rips and holes not form real clothing I'm afraid..."
She took a little more drink in as she noticed they were all listening, although it was obvious Setsuro was keeping his eye out for someone else to come along, but his occasional glances told her he was still at least acknowledging her existence.
"Well, I am of course an Utaku battle maiden as you've now thoroughly discovered. Uhm... most recently I was in the cavalry in the Mountain Watch Keep battle, I'm really not one to brag on anything I do, I suppose it isn't really in my nature."
She seemed to look down, almost disappointed as she had no real stories to entertain or enthrall them with, unless she just told them stories really.
"I've traveled all over Rokugan to train in most ways that I can, I find that paying reverence to the dead and forgotten gives me strength in the midst of combat when it seems like the faces become a blur."
She looked down a bit at her own words, she'd been trained to attack and defend but that didn't settle well in her stomach that slaughter was the only path. But with Yobanjin it seemed little else was choice...
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Feb 11, 2011 8:56:29 GMT -5
Senshi silently cursed his faulty kimono. Taking another drink to cover his embarrassment. Swearing, of course, to himself that it would be his last. He sighed, no longer able to ignore it, "The kimono works just fine, the fault lies with the warrior, not the garment. Had I not ruined my arm for Tomatsu here, I would be having no problems with it."
The dysfunction of the outfit did however serve a purpose of showing just how impressive of a figure he struck. It was clear he had many years of training and battle experience under his belt.
"And your family?"
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 11, 2011 10:02:04 GMT -5
He rolled his eyes. Ah Senshi-san will never let me forget that will he? Listen, let the poor woman be. Haven't we asked her enough questions for one night? He snatched a snack cake from one of the trays and took a bite, slowly chewing it and experiencing the flavors in it.
So Gentlemen, let us cleave to the matter at heart quickly so we can return to partying. What kind of show of unity are we going to do now that the honorable Setsuro-san has risen to champion?
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 11, 2011 12:58:47 GMT -5
Haruka seemed somewhat relieved as her heritage wasn't exactly the clearest nor really the most noble per se, but just enjoying the company and the festivities with them warrented a contented sigh.
Although her gaze would occasionally pass between the champions she did not focus on any one of them for too long, simply admiring their attire and the room.
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